1776 is a delightful musical celebration of the founding of The United States of America. The story centers around the familiar historical characters as they organize a movement for independence from Mother England. All events lead up to that most significant date, July 4, 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was signed. This is an adaptation of the Broadway Tony-winning musical based on the 1972 Tony award-winning musical play 1776. Starring William Daniels, Ken Howard, Howard Da Silva, Blythe Danner directed by Peter H. Hunt; 1972. PG. Run time 166 min.